Corrections Nurse I (Ump) (47240)
Corrections Nurse I (Ump) (47240)
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$ 6538 - 8941
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:47240
Opening Date:05/27/2025
Closing Date: 06/09/2025
Agency:Department of Juvenile Justice
Class Title:CORRECTIONS NURSE I - 09825
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated starting salary is $6538/month (Step 1); CBA applies; Full Range: $6538 - $8941
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Logan
Number of Vacancies: 3
Bargaining Unit Code:RC023
Merit Comp Code:
This position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.
CORRECTIONS NURSE I (Lincoln)
Why Work for Illinois
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview:
The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice is looking to hire a highly organized and detail-oriented Licensed Registered Nurse Corrections Nurse I. This position will be responsible for performing direct nursing care to individuals in a congregate care setting. The successful candidate shall possess a valid Illinois License and good oral and written communication skills be a self-starter and be able to carry out nursing assignments pursuant to the direction of medical personnel in a correctional setting.
Essential Functions:
- Provides direct patient care and primary nursing care services.
- Reviews and maintains records.
- Maintains security of medications medical equipment and supplies in accordance with facility policies.
- Monitors and maintains compliance of safety and sanitation in patient treatment and examination rooms.
- Reviews medical records and completes health status forms on individuals in custody for transfers to ensure continuation of care.
- Participates in the Quality Assurance Programs throughconcurrent monitoring of staff compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Requires graduation from an approved nursing education program resulting in an associate or diploma degree in nursing or a bachelors degree in nursing.
- Requires completion of the Corrections Nurse Trainee program OR one (1) year of nursing experience (within the last five (5) years) in an acute care setting; preferred experience includes emergency room care medical/surgical nursing and/or ambulatory care.
- Requires licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Illinois.
*This title is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.
Preferred Qualifications: (In Order of Significance)
- Prefers at least one (1) year of nursing experience in a congregate care setting.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of experience working in and/or beside mental health.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of experience working in an Urgent Care and/or related setting.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of experience working with a juvenile population.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of experience working on an interdisciplinary team.
- Prefers the ability to multitask.
- Prefers strong communication skills.
Conditions of Employment:
- Requires the ability to pass an IDOC/IDJJ background check.
- Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee regardless of position held is prohibited.
- Requires current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity equity and inclusion. This commitment is at the forefront of our operations hiring policies and procedures and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly respectfully and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agencys success. IDJJ genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued respected and included.
Work Hours:Shift 1: 7:30A-8:00P MTW Shift 2: 7:30A-8:00P TWTH Shift 3: 7:30A-8:00P WTHF Rotating Weekends
Work Location:861 S State St Lincoln IL 62656-2571
Agency Contact:Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice Human Resources Department
Email:
Posting Group:Health Services; Public Safety
This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.
This position DOES NOT contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees a link is available at the top left of in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to thecareer portalfor State employees and review theInternal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your junk mail spam or other folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
Employment Type
Full-Time
